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A Portuguese water dog. (File) (File)

This isn’t just another wag-the-tail story: The Obamas are getting a dog in April and are considering a rescue Portuguese water dog.

First lady Michelle Obama tells People magazine that the target date for the arrival of the family pet is after her daughters’ spring break trip in April, though 7-year-old Sasha is convinced the dog is coming April 1.